Macworld? Mac? OS X Bible - Softcover

Poole, Lon; Cohen, Dennis R.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 076453467X ISBN 13: 9780764534676

Publisher: Wiley, 2001

Synopsis

This is new-generation follow-up to the best-selling Macworld Mac OS Bible, the latest edition of which has over 60,000 copies in print. This totally revised edition delves into Apple's powerful new OS X. The book is packed with hundreds of helpful explanations, tips and techniques from Mac gurus Lon Poole and Dennis Cohen.

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Review:

The Macworld Mac OS X Bible offers a comprehensive look at what is arguably the most complicated and advanced operating system currently available for consumer-level PCs. OS X represents a major step in the evolution of the Macintosh computer, but it is not an easy step. The authors understand this and present OS X in a clear and unintimidating way.

The book weighs in at nearly 800 pages and the authors have covered nearly every aspect of OS X. From installation through maintenance and good backup habits, they explore Mac OS X and all its installed applications. There are few stones left unturned, including such important new concepts as the "superuser" account, the NetInfo Manager, and access rights and privileges.

The friendly and clear style of the writing masks the complexity of OS X and discussing it in bite-size chunks will help any level of Mac user understand. Each chapter is littered with sidebars, notes, tips, and tricks, offering an abundance of information on everything from setting a default Web browser to connecting pre-OS X Macs to their newer brothers to writing scripts in the new AppleScript.

If you're attempting to upgrade, have upgraded, or plan on diving into OS X, keep the Mac OS X Bible handy. Even browsing through the pages long after you've upgraded is a sure way to pick up a new trick. --Mike Caputo

From the Back Cover:

If Mac OS X can do it, you can do it too ... From its totally revamped user interface to its new Unix-fueled kernel and souped-up graphics engine, Apple's latest operating system is nothing short of revolutionary. This all-in-one guide explains how to navigate the new interface and harness the power of OS X, whether you're a longtime Mac user or you just bought your first iMac. So let Mac experts Lon Poole and Dennis R. Cohen take you on a grand tour of this amazing OS - and show you step by step how to maximize your Mac! Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Mac OS X
* Get the scoop on how OS X differs from previous Mac operating systems
* Master the new Aqua interface, from the Dock and Finder to System Preferences
* Run both Classic applications and the latest OS X software!
* Harness Sherlock to make online research - and shopping - a snap
* Take video, sound, and recording capabilities to the max using QuickTime, iMovie, and iTunes
* Create personalized desktops for every member of your family, classroom, or workgroup
* Control your Mac with improved speech recognition
* Share files over your own Ethernet network or AirPort wireless network
* Automate tedious tasks with AppleScript
* Maintain your Mac OS X system for peak performance
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About this edition

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 076453467X
• ISBN 13: 9780764534676
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 936